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QuizMultiple Choice

Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry, and Lewis Acids and Bases

Question 13 • FL-2003350-Chemistry 1 Honors

Which term describes a substance that increases the concentration of hydroxide ions in solution?

Answer
A
Lewis definition of an acid
B
Arrhenius definition of a base
C
Bronsted-Lowry definition of a base
D
Bronsted-Lowry definition of an acid

Explanation

An Arrhenius base is a substance that increases the concentration of hydroxide ions (OH⁻) in an aqueous solution. Therefore, the correct choice is the Arrhenius definition of a base. A Brønsted–Lowry base instead is defined by its ability to accept a proton.

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